Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: EFC Ladd vs Anderson
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
Melamies throws a hook but McCarthy avoids it easily.
McCarthy closes the distance but Melamies moves to the side
and Melamies counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Melamies misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCarthy tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Melamies makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McCarthy tries for a takedown but Melamies circles away easily
and Melamies cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
McCarthy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy shoots in but Melamies avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McCarthy tries to clinch there but Melamies circles away.
Melamies connects with a leg kick. McCarthy looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1##TD2#
McCarthy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Melamies is trying to improve his position.
McCarthy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Melamies keeps working.
McCarthy in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Melamies trying to control but McCarthy flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T2#
Melamies is in bad spot here.
Melamies's coaches at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
McCarthy biding his time, looking for the opening.
Melamies trying to control the position but McCarthy manages to sink in the hooks. #T3#
McCarthy has good solid back control here.
McCarthy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that McCarthy has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Melamies breaks McCarthy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
McCarthy wants to sweep here but Melamies controlling him for the moment.
McCarthy has control of Melamies's left arm, preventing Melamies from doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ibrahim Mamu Melamies dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Melamies with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCarthy checks the leg kick nicely there. #TD2#
McCarthy scores with a takedown into Melamies's guard.
McCarthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Melamies controlling McCarthy's posture. #T1#
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Melamies is keeping the position.
McCarthy sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCarthy is continuing to stall.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McCarthy ducks right into an uppercut from Melamies.
McCarthy moves to clinch but Melamies breaks away
and Melamies counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy body kick from Melamies #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a shoot takedown. Melamies fights it but they end up in guard. #T3#
McCarthy controls from within his opponent's guard.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from McCarthy.
McCarthy stopping the sweep attempt from Melamies.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McCarthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yet more stalling tactics from McCarthy.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ryan McCarthy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Melamies circles away from the clinch attempt.
McCarthy tries to clinch but Melamies is having none of it.
McCarthy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Melamies counter with a right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McCarthy.
Melamies pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Melamies works over McCarthy's head and body with a nice combination.
McCarthy is still on wobbly legs! Can Melamies finish him?
McCarthy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Melamies counters with a right hand from hell and McCarthy is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ibrahim Mamu Melamies!
A very excited looking Ibrahim Mamu Melamies rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
Ryan McCarthy spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: EFC Obama vs Ruenroeng
Date: Oct 27, 2018

#R1#
Sienly bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sienly slaps away a takedown attempt from McCarthy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sienly throws a body punch but McCarthy moves out of range. #TD2#
McCarthy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
You can see the frustration on Sienly's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCarthy wants to control but Sienly is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy tries to move into full mount but can't pass Sienly's legs. #T1#
McCarthy taking a breather here.
McCarthy gets to mount! Sienly was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
McCarthy is trying to take his opponent's back.
Sienly is looking to get to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McCarthy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Sienly wants to control but McCarthy is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCarthy with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Sienly tries to hold on but McCarthy postures up.#T3#
Sienly slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sienly is trying to stand back up but McCarthy is controlling him
Sienly is looking to improve his position.
McCarthy is keen to just control but Sienly is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Sienly is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sienly with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Sienly instigates a clinch. #T4#
Sienly lands with a left to the head.
McCarthy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Sienly struggles to land a body shot inside as McCarthy controls his hands.
Sienly is stalling here.
Sienly stalling in the clinch. #TD2#
McCarthy turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
You can see the frustration on Sienly's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
McCarthy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy slows the pace down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sienly throws a jab but it's blocked by McCarthy.
Sienly takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#TD2#
Sienly gets caught napping as McCarthy dives in and scores a takedown. Sienly manages to retain guard.
McCarthy won't allow Sienly to sweep him here.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McCarthy being controlled here momentarily.
Sienly is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sienly is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Sienly wants to control but McCarthy passes easily into half guard.
Sienly is looking for a sweep. McCarthy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCarthy has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sienly tries to lock up and control but McCarthy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T2#
Sienly really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sienly is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McCarthy controlling from mount.
Sienly manages to regain half guard. Good work.
McCarthy wants to control but Sienly is keeping him busy. #T3#
McCarthy stalling.
Sienly is trying to get back to full guard.
McCarthy is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Sienly reverses the position - he's now on top in McCarthy's guard.
McCarthy is pulling down on Sienly's head to control his posture. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sienly passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sienly is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kristof Sienly will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Sienly. McCarthy does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCarthy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sienly scores with a head kick. #CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
Sienly motions for McCarthy to come forward. Sienly throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from Sienly misses
letting McCarthy counter with a right hand.
Sienly tests McCarthy's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!
Sienly moves in close and cracks McCarthy with a massive right hand! McCarthy, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Sienly!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kristof Sienly!
Kristof Sienly is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Kristof Sienly, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Ryan McCarthy spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: DUEL#184 Andersson vs Sidious
Date: Oct 06, 2018

#R1#
A good leg kick by Koso.
McCarthy fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Koso.
McCarthy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCarthy avoids a kick to the body.
Koso throws a wild body kick that McCarthy sees coming a mile off.
Koso throws a big shot that misses.
McCarthy wants to land a leg kick but Koso is out of range.
Koso fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCarthy checks it well.
McCarthy lands a body shot.
Koso with a nice cross.
Koso looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Koso.
McCarthy tries a low kick but Koso avoids it.
Koso misses with a lunging right hand
and McCarthy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCarthy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koso takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A low kick from Koso misses
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
Koso misses with a wild body shot.
McCarthy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCarthy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Koso lands the left hand.#T1#
Koso works the jab nicely.
Koso slips a straight right by McCarthy.
Koso is looking to slow McCarthy down with leg kicks.
Koso ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slow jab from Koso misses its intended target.
Koso lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCarthy at a distance.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Koso.
Koso throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCarthy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Koso throws a predictable looking body shot
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Koso moves out of range as McCarthy strikes.
McCarthy blocks a low kick nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as Koso checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A solid leg kick lands there for Koso.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koso misses the jab.
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy misses with a head kick. #T2#
A jab from McCarthy misses.
Koso misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCarthy.
Koso drops his hands momentarily and McCarthy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Koso misses with a looping right.
McCarthy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Koso doesn't manage to clinch there - McCarthy circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from McCarthy misses its target.
Koso lands a nice shot that snaps McCarthy's head back.
Speva Koso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koso swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCarthy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Koso feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McCarthy's calf.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Koso throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Koso checks the leg kick.
McCarthy misses with a looping left.
Koso feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McCarthy's calf.
McCarthy lands a nice leg kick that just misses Koso's sensitive parts.
McCarthy lands a really nice looking cross but Koso seems unphased.
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy fires out a quick counter leg kick but Koso just manages to avoid it.#T3#
Koso connects with a body shot that sends McCarthy's belly button to the back.
McCarthy takes a swing at Koso's ribcage but misses.
Koso throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCarthy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Koso misses the target.
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy misses the jab.
Koso throws a solid leg kick but McCarthy takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Koso.
Koso pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range and Koso settles back down.
A leg kick checked by McCarthy.
It looked like McCarthy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Koso.
Koso misses with a wild body shot.
Koso uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCarthy.
Koso throws a low kick but McCarthy avoids it.
Koso fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCarthy scores with a jab to the jaw.
A good leg kick by Koso.
Koso looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
Koso slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T4#
McCarthy misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koso misses with a wild body shot.
Koso misses with a straight right.
Koso scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Koso closes the distance and clinches.
Koso keeps control of McCarthy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
McCarthy tries to break free but Koso pushes him back against the cage.
Koso tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCarthy can't break the clinch.
Koso has a couple of punches blocked by McCarthy.
McCarthy working aggressively here.
Koso lands with a short shot to the head.
Koso misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Koso misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Koso lands a left hand. #BC#
McCarthy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCarthy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCarthy blocks a jab.
A jab from Koso finds it's way through McCarthy's defenses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Speva Koso dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
McCarthy looks to land a right hand but Koso moved out of range.
Koso is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCarthy rather than just go for the knockout.
McCarthy checks the leg kick nicely there.
McCarthy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Koso throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Koso lands with a thumping leg kick.
Koso has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Koso looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
Koso misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCarthy throws a left and a right that both miss
and Koso counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Koso cracks the inside of McCarthy's front leg.
Koso connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McCarthy throws a low kick, looking for Koso's leg but Koso calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCarthy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Koso. Koso obviously looking to wear him down.
Koso drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCarthy misses the body punch
and Koso counters with a stiff right hand.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Koso manages to avoid it.
McCarthy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Koso. #T1#
McCarthy cracks the inside of Koso's front leg.
Koso scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Koso lands with a good body shot.
Koso throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McCarthy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCarthy moves out of range of the body kick.
McCarthy slips a jab from Koso.
As Koso looks to move away, McCarthy throws a big counter combo but Koso just gets out of the way.
McCarthy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Koso connects with a solid leg kick.
Koso lets loose with a powerful body kick. McCarthy will feel that in the morning.
McCarthy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Koso misses with a lunging right hand
and McCarthy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Koso throws a hook to the side of McCarthy's head but McCarthy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Koso throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Koso misses with a hook
and McCarthy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Koso misses with an uppercut. McCarthy saw that one coming.
McCarthy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCarthy tries a low kick but Koso avoids it.
McCarthy takes a swing at Koso's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Koso throws a shot to the body.
Koso missing with a left hand there. McCarthy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCarthy throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Koso tries to clinch but McCarthy is having none of it.
McCarthy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
McCarthy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Koso. That did some damage!
Koso jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Koso looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy moves out of range of the strikes.
McCarthy throws a head kick but Koso moves out of range.
Koso flicks out a counter leg kick but McCarthy steps away.
Speva Koso seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Koso. Beautiful body shot.
McCarthy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Koso is able to avoid easily.
McCarthy throws a lazy uppercut
and Koso counters with a left to the body.
Koso moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Koso thuds his right hand into McCarthy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McCarthy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Koso.
McCarthy jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Koso throws a hook to the side of McCarthy's head but McCarthy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Koso chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCarthy can pounce on him.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Koso was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
Koso throws an overhand right that lands on McCarthy's shoulder, as McCarthy tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like McCarthy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Koso.
McCarthy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Koso.
Koso wants to land a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range.
McCarthy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McCarthy swings for the body but Koso moves out of range.
Koso tries to work over McCarthy's front leg with a kick but McCarthy checks it.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. #T4#
Koso lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCarthy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McCarthy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Koso tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCarthy was well out of range. Poor timing from Koso.
McCarthy checks a leg kick nicely.
McCarthy misses with a straight right.
Koso misses with a hook. McCarthy ducked under it nicely.
Koso thuds a left hand into McCarthy's body.
Koso pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range and Koso settles back down.
McCarthy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Koso.
McCarthy throws a lazy right hand but Koso sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCarthy throws a series of punches but Koso avoids them all with ease.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Koso slips a straight right by McCarthy.
McCarthy staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Koso misses its intended target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Speva Koso showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McCarthy connects with a single shot there.
McCarthy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Koso on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Some wild striking there from Koso.
Koso lands a nice looking body kick.
A jab from Koso misses.
A slow jab from Koso misses its intended target.
It looked like McCarthy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCarthy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Koso misses with an uppercut
and McCarthy counters with a nice uppercut.
McCarthy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
McCarthy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Koso misses with an attempted mid kick.
Koso ducks under a wild hook from McCarthy.
And Koso responds with a good body kick, but McCarthy manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Koso doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCarthy throws a leg kick but Koso sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big right from Koso misses.
Koso misses with a hook. McCarthy ducked under it nicely.
Koso misses with a body kick.
McCarthy swings widly with a right hand
and Koso counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McCarthy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Koso cracks McCarthy with a good jab.
Koso throws out a powerful jab.
McCarthy scores with a nice body kick.
Koso avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCarthy thumps Koso with a low kick.
Koso shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Koso displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCarthy throws out the jab.
McCarthy checks a leg kick nicely.
McCarthy half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot to the liver by McCarthy. Beautiful body shot.
McCarthy fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Koso is out of range.
Koso on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCarthy. McCarthy obviously looking to wear him down.
McCarthy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Koso lands a glancing blow to the side of McCarthy's head.
A jab from Koso misses.
Koso thows a leg kick but McCarthy checks it
and McCarthy counters with an outside leg kick.
McCarthy tries to land a front kick but Koso steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Koso lands a lovely overhand right.
A shot to the liver by Koso. Beautiful body shot.
Koso misses with an uppercut. McCarthy saw that one coming.
Koso thows a leg kick but McCarthy checks it
and Koso takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Koso throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCarthy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCarthy throws a jab when Koso was well out of range.
Speva Koso is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
McCarthy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Koso misses with a body shot.
Koso throws a right hand that McCarthy ducks under and follows up with a left that McCarthy also avoids with ease.
McCarthy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Koso to score with a decent uppercut.
McCarthy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A jab from McCarthy finds it's way through Koso's defenses.
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Koso throws a leg kick
letting McCarthy counter with a right hand.
A shot to the body from Koso misses
letting McCarthy counter with a right hand.
McCarthy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCarthy misses with a looping right.
Koso scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCarthy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Koso.
Koso fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Koso throws a leg kick but McCarthy sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T4#
McCarthy misses with a hook.
A cross from Koso lands.
Both fighters circling a little - Koso finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Koso delivers a nice body kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a solid leg kick but Koso takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McCarthy.
McCarthy will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
McCarthy misses with the combination.
Koso throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCarthy tries to bum rush Koso with a series of wild strikes but Koso uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Koso wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCarthy throws a right hand that Koso ducks under and follows up with a left that Koso also avoids with ease.
Ryan McCarthy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCarthy throws a leg kick but Koso moved away.
Koso fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McCarthy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
Koso counters with a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ryan McCarthy.
Well Koso has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Speva Koso!
Ryan McCarthy spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2018

#R1#
McCarthy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hossein throws a body punch but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy throws a series of punches but Hossein avoids them all with ease.
Hossein let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
McCarthy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. McCarthy showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
McCarthy is looking for a kimura here.
Hossein tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg.
McCarthy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
McCarthy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hossein has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hossein tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg. #T1#
McCarthy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
McCarthy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hossein is staying active underneath McCarthy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy wants to pass to mount but Hossein is defending the position. #SUB#
McCarthy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
McCarthy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hossein is looking to control McCarthy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hossein avoid being mounted?
McCarthy controlling the action here.
McCarthy is keen to just control but Hossein is a slippery customer.
Hossein wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
McCarthy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3##SUB#
McCarthy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hossein controlling the position for now.
McCarthy wants to control but Hossein is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hossein misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McCarthy is defended easily by Hossein.#T4#
Hossein thows a leg kick but McCarthy checks it #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a takedown into side control.
Hossein looking for a sweep but McCarthy has passed into full mount! Oh no!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hossein is looking to get to half guard.
McCarthy lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
McCarthy connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hossein looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
McCarthy throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
McCarthy looking for the choke but no joy.
McCarthy doesn't have the hooks in and Hossein manages to turn into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hossein swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McCarthy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sadiq Hossein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hossein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hossein can do to turn this around?
Hossein misses with a straight right.
Hossein throws a leg kick #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a shoot takedown. Hossein fights it but they end up in guard.
Hossein looking to control.
Hossein looking for a sweep. Not yet Hossein, not yet.
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hossein swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hossein keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Hossein is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McCarthy chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
McCarthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hossein looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but McCarthy puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
McCarthy seems to be working for a kimura but Hossein defends the submission attempt.
Hossein tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg.
Well, if McCarthy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but Hossein defending well. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McCarthy working over Hossein with some ground and pound. Hossein looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hossein wants to control but McCarthy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but Hossein defending well.
McCarthy thows a huge punch but Hossein dodges it nicely.
Hossein is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, McCarthy seems content to control.
Hossein is refusing to be controlled, as McCarthy sits in half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3#
McCarthy moves into full mount! Hossein won't be happy about that!
McCarthy controlling the pace for now.
McCarthy tries to control but Hossein wriggling away.
McCarthy seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hossein is holding on tight.
McCarthy lands a big elbow.
McCarthy prevents Hossein from getting the reversal.
McCarthy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hossein is looking to escape. #SUB#
McCarthy looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T4#
McCarthy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
McCarthy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Hossein can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
McCarthy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
McCarthy raining down hammerfists from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hossein is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
McCarthy misses with a wild combination.
Hossein misses with a hook to the body
and Hossein takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Sadiq Hossein has been cut.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McCarthy.
McCarthy works to advance to full mount. Hossein defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
McCarthy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McCarthy looking to finish Hossein with some ground and pound. This is bad for Hossein!
McCarthy scores with a couple of good head shots there. #SUB#
McCarthy working for a guillotine from mount but Hossein is in no mood to give up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCarthy content just to control the position here. #SUB#
McCarthy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T1#
McCarthy controlling from mount.
Hossein is squirming around, avoiding McCarthy's attempts to control the action.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McCarthy cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Hossein tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCarthy fails to take his opponent's back.
Ryan McCarthy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCarthy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hossein is looking to escape. #T2#
McCarthy is in the full mount, landing strikes.
McCarthy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hossein is looking to escape.
McCarthy landing strikes from the mount.
Hossein is in a horrible position here. McCarthy smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McCarthy lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SUB#
McCarthy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T3#
McCarthy pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Hossein is rocked!
Hossein tries to reverse the position but McCarthy maintains control.
Hossein takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCarthy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hossein wants to hold on but McCarthy pushes him away.
McCarthy controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Hossein wants to hold on but McCarthy pushes him away.
McCarthy breaks from Hossein's wrist control and lands an elbow. #CUT#
That has opened up Sadiq Hossein's cut even more.#SUB#
McCarthy working for a guillotine from mount but Hossein is in no mood to give up.
McCarthy lands a nice shot to the head.
McCarthy with a couple of short strikes.
Hossein is still in real trouble! Can McCarthy finish him?#CUT#
The cut above Sadiq Hossein's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sadiq Hossein's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ryan McCarthy!
A relieved looking Ryan McCarthy thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 08, 2018

#R1#
A lazy body kick from Hossein #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a takedown into side control.
A control attempt from Hossein but he's now mounted!
Hossein is trying desperately to improve position.
Hossein has given up his back.
McCarthy is hanging on to Hossein's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
McCarthy looking for the RNC.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
McCarthy working for a choke but Hossein is defending well. #SUB#
McCarthy is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hossein has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T1#
McCarthy tries to get the hooks in deep but Hossein pushed the leg off.
Hossein tries to break free.
McCarthy punishes Hossein with strikes from the back mount.
McCarthy connects with a big shot to the side of Hossein's head.
Hossein is really stuck here.
McCarthy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
McCarthy cracks Hossein with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Hossein from the back mount here, looking to soften him up. #SUB#
McCarthy goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Hossein escapes and is now in half guard on top.
McCarthy moves into full guard. #T2##SUB#
McCarthy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hossein defends well.#SUB#
McCarthy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hossein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCarthy working a defensive guard here.
McCarthy looking for a sweep. Not yet McCarthy, not yet.
McCarthy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
McCarthy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McCarthy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Hossein looking to pass the guard.
Hossein must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hossein trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hossein looking to pass the guard.
McCarthy wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
McCarthy looking for a guillotine here but Hossein defends easily. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hossein preventing the sweep.
McCarthy has Hossein pulled in close to control his posture.
Hossein would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Hossein slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
McCarthy is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hossein throws a sloppy body shot
and McCarthy counters with a one-two to the body.
Hossein misses with a hook
and McCarthy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hossein darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
McCarthy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
McCarthy connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Hossein some visible discomfort.
McCarthy wants to control but Hossein is keeping him busy.
McCarthy advances nicely into full mount.
Hossein is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hossein looks a forlorn figure.
Hossein wants to hold on but McCarthy pushes him away.#T1#
Hossein is looking to improve his position but McCarthy isn't that keen on the idea.
McCarthy looking to control but Hossein is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
McCarthy goes for an armbar but Hossein turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Hossein.
Hossein tries to free his leg and advance position but McCarthy is retaining full guard. #SUB#
McCarthy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hossein wants to stand but McCarthy is controlling his posture from full guard.
McCarthy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2#
Hossein keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
McCarthy postures up. #SUB#
McCarthy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hossein is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hossein has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Hossein trying to control but McCarthy is working from the bottom.
Hossein passes easily into side control. Nice work.
McCarthy is trying to control Hossein's posture but Hossein avoids it. #T3#
McCarthy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hossein off and has taken his back!
Hossein can't escape the position. #SUB#
McCarthy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hossein defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Hossein is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get McCarthy off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Hossein showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
McCarthy working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Hossein is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #T4#
McCarthy biding his time, controlling Hossein. #SUB#
McCarthy working for the choke.
Hossein trying to control the position but McCarthy manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Hossein is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB#
Hossein won't enjoy being in this position. McCarthy looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Hossein is tapping - it's over boys! McCarthy picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2018

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by McCarthy there.#CUT2#
It looks like Lucifer Morningstar has been cut.
Morningstar throws a right hand that misses
and McCarthy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Morningstar. Those never looked like landing.
McCarthy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Morningstar defends it well.#TD2#
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McCarthy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
McCarthy is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Morningstar's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2#
McCarthy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
McCarthy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
McCarthy is trying to get an arm triangle but Morningstar is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
McCarthy tries for a kimura but Morningstar is defending well. #SUB2#
McCarthy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Morningstar has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for McCarthy but great work by Morningstar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Morningstar's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Morningstar stalling away here and it's allowed McCarthy to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Morningstar has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing McCarthy to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Morningstar is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - McCarthy pulls down on the head and he's put Morningstar to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: IHOF V: Vendetta
Date: Mar 31, 2018

#R1#
McCarthy scoring well with a low kick there.
Hibbert moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hibbert shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McCarthy eats them both and turns towards Hibbert to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
Hibbert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy throws a fast counter high kick but Hibbert manages to duck under it in time.
Hibbert looks to land a left hand but McCarthy moved out of range nicely.
Hibbert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCarthy throws a head kick that half lands.
McCarthy ducks right into an uppercut from Hibbert.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCarthy slips under a jab.
McCarthy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCarthy there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD2#
McCarthy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hibbert manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Hibbert is keeping the position.
Hibbert seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hibbert swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hibbert seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
McCarthy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard.
Hibbert seems keen to control McCarthy's posture.
Hibbert working a defensive guard here.
McCarthy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hibbert managing to control the position.
McCarthy working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hibbert holds on and takes a little breather.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Hibbert keeps moving.
Hibbert has his hands on McCarthy's head, controlling the position.
McCarthy forces his way into half guard.
McCarthy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Hibbert is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hibbert is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hibbert blocking the ground and pound attempt from McCarthy. #T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McCarthy connects with a nice short shot to Hibbert's temple. #SUB2#
McCarthy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hibbert tries to roll over but McCarthy keeps him under control.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Hibbert is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
McCarthy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hibbert is just riding it out for now. McCarthy eventually gives up the hold.
Hibbert might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hibbert tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McCarthy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hibbert does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hibbert is trying to control but can't.
McCarthy is trying to control the action in half guard but Hibbert is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hibbert is trying to control but can't.
McCarthy wants to free his trapped foot but Hibbert is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hibbert gets full guard.
Hibbert keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
Hibbert pulls McCarthy in close to his closed guard and prevents McCarthy from doing any damage or advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hibbert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tony Hibbert will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Good exchange - Hibbert coming out on top.
Hibbert lands with a straight right. McCarthy didn't see that one coming.
Hibbert lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCarthy circles away quickly and effectively.
Hibbert misses with a straight right.
McCarthy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hibbert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy tries to move into range but Hibbert moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hibbert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCarthy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McCarthy with the counter takedown but Hibbert avoids it easily.
Hibbert closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tony Hibbert is winning the standup battle so far.
Hibbert throws a lazy right hand but McCarthy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
McCarthy gets the takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hibbert can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Hibbert takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB2#
McCarthy swings around for an armbar but Hibbert sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McCarthy's guard.
Hibbert is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McCarthy is trying to control the position but Hibbert postures up.
McCarthy keeping moving, preventing Hibbert from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
McCarthy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
McCarthy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
McCarthy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hibbert.
Hibbert slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McCarthy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hibbert trying to control but McCarthy is working from the bottom.
Hibbert trying to stand up but can't free himself from McCarthy's guard.#T3#
Hibbert looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
McCarthy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hibbert has picked McCarthy up and slammed him! McCarthy can't keep hold of the triangle and Hibbert manages to pass to side control!
McCarthy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCarthy is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Hibbert misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Hibbert throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McCarthy can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Hibbert wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McCarthy, who protects the arm well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hibbert throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hibbert won't be happy with that.
McCarthy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Hibbert is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
McCarthy fails to land a wild elbow strike. #SUB2#
McCarthy is trying to get an arm triangle but Hibbert is defending well.
Hibbert tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCarthy is looking to take a break and control but Hibbert is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Hibbert dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Hibbert throws a right hand that misses
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
Hibbert misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hibbert! #SUB2#
McCarthy is trying to get an arm triangle but Hibbert is defending well.
McCarthy trying to control the position but Hibbert is working away.
McCarthy tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hibbert wants to control but McCarthy postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy looking to control but instead Hibbert has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Hibbert trying to hold on to McCarthy's head to control him but McCarthy postures up. #T1#
Hibbert is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
McCarthy working Hibbert over with strikes.
Ryan McCarthy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hibbert trying to control from the bottom.
McCarthy is looking to take a break and control but Hibbert is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McCarthy is thwarting Hibbert's attempts to control the position.
McCarthy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hibbert keeps working.
Hibbert controlling the position well.
Hibbert has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McCarthy is working away from the top position though.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Hibbert is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McCarthy slips a jab from Hibbert.
Hibbert looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hibbert falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
Hibbert connects with the punch.
Hibbert thuds a left hand into McCarthy's body.
A head kick from McCarthy lands but Hibbert takes it in his stride.
A combination from Hibbert does no damage.
Despite the aggression on McCarthy's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hibbert misses with a jab, cross combination.
Donk. McCarthy catches Hibbert right on the button with a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCarthy. Hibbert does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Hibbert.
A combination from Hibbert does no damage.
McCarthy misses with the combination.
Hibbert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCarthy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hibbert takes a swing at McCarthy's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hibbert throws out the jab.
McCarthy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hibbert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McCarthy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McCarthy throws a nice looking combination but Hibbert bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCarthy moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hibbert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hibbert falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
Hibbert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCarthy was well out of range. Poor timing from Hibbert.
McCarthy tries to bum rush Hibbert with a series of wild strikes but Hibbert uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tony Hibbert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hibbert dodges the punch combination from McCarthy.
McCarthy slips a jab and a cross from Hibbert.
Hibbert slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McCarthy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hibbert is fending him off so far but McCarthy persists. Nope, Hibbert circles away and we're back to standing.
Hibbert throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hibbert!
You can see the frustration on Hibbert's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Ryan McCarthy just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
The crowd cheers as Hibbert lands an impressive looking overhand right. McCarthy doesn't seem phased though.
McCarthy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Hibbert misses the jab.
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hibbert.
McCarthy walks into a left hand.
Hibbert moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hibbert lands a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hibbert throws a right and a left that McCarthy avoids nicely.
Hibbert showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hibbert to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Hibbert throws a lazy right hand but McCarthy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCarthy scores with a jab. Hibbert acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hibbert misses with a straight left.
McCarthy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hibbert finds it's way round the side to connect with McCarthy's head.
Hibbert misses with a double jab.
Hibbert throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
McCarthy gets a double leg takedown into Hibbert's guard.
Hibbert looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McCarthy throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Hibbert keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
McCarthy lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hibbert is trying to control the position but McCarthy postures up.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Hibbert keeps moving. #SUB#
McCarthy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hibbert has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McCarthy has managed to get both his arms back between Hibbert's legs - danger averted.
Hibbert controlling the position.
McCarthy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
McCarthy throws a big right hand that misses.
McCarthy scoring with some ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hibbert keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Hibbert is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
Hibbert utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McCarthy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hibbert lands a jab to the head.
Hibbert throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy counters with a nice uppercut.
Hibbert misses with a two punch combination.
Hibbert misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Hibbert gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McCarthy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hibbert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hibbert pulls McCarthy in close to his closed guard and prevents McCarthy from doing any damage or advancing position.
McCarthy trying to control but Hibbert is working from the bottom. #T4#
McCarthy being controlled here momentarily.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Hibbert is keeping the position.
Hibbert is pulling down on McCarthy's head to control his posture.
Hibbert keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
Hibbert is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hibbert stuns McCarthy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Hibbert had his way with Ryan McCarthy in that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Hibbert misses with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Hibbert. Those never looked like landing.
Hibbert throws a series of punches but McCarthy avoids them all with ease.
Hibbert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
Hibbert misses with an uppercut.
Hibbert sizes up McCarthy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McCarthy shoots in but no luck this time.
Hibbert misses the shot to the body.
McCarthy throws a counter combo.
Hibbert closes the distance and lands a one-two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hibbert takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tony Hibbert is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hibbert misses with a looping left.
McCarthy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hibbert throws a shot from downtown. McCarthy moves away and avoids it.
McCarthy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hibbert defends it well.#T1##TD2#
McCarthy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hibbert looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Hibbert tries to buck McCarthy off but McCarthy is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Hibbert's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCarthy cracks Hibbert with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Hibbert stops McCarthy from passing to mount.
Hibbert tries to bench press McCarthy off him but McCarthy keeps the position.
Hibbert regains half guard.
McCarthy is trying to control. Hibbert wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
McCarthy is working for a submission of some sort.
Hibbert wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Hibbert trying to hold on to McCarthy's head to control him but McCarthy postures up. #SUB2#
McCarthy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hibbert sees it coming and defends easily.
Hibbert is pressing down on McCarthy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hibbert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hibbert is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hibbert is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3##SUB#
McCarthy avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A combination from McCarthy does no damage.
Hibbert swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
McCarthy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hibbert does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hibbert tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg.
McCarthy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hibbert is looking to control McCarthy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hibbert avoid being mounted?
Hibbert moves into full guard.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Hibbert keeps moving. #T4#
McCarthy content to stall in guard here.
Hibbert has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Hibbert has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCarthy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hibbert swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ryan McCarthy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hibbert working for a triangle but McCarthy defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Tony Hibbert.
I think Hibbert has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight for Tony Hibbert!
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight for Tony Hibbert!
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight for Tony Hibbert!

Tony Hibbert wins by unanimous decision!
Tony Hibbert retains his lightweight title!
Ryan McCarthy was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: AFA 7 - Sanada vs Trujillo
Date: Feb 10, 2018

#R1#
McCarthy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Astalo counters with a slapping leg kick.
McCarthy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Astalo thows a body kick. McCarthy tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Astalo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Astalo looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy throws a leg kick
and Astalo counters with an outside leg kick. #TD#
McCarthy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
McCarthy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Astalo defends it well.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but Astalo defending well.
McCarthy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
McCarthy passes the guard and advances to mount!
Astalo is wriggling around trying to escape. #T1#
Astalo is bucking up trying to escape but McCarthy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#SUB#
McCarthy working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Astalo looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by McCarthy! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ryan McCarthy!
A very excited looking Ryan McCarthy made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Rami Astalo was interviewed post fight and said 'Nothing to say but fuck off,gonna smoke joint or two'.

Event: StrikeForce Union #77
Date: Sep 10, 2017

#R1##CL2#
McCarthy moves into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, McCarthy scores with a nice short uppercut.
McCarthy taking a breather.
Basurto goes for a takedown attempt but McCarthy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McCarthy throws a sloppy head kick and Basurto moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Basurto misses the target.
McCarthy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Basurto or perhaps it was just good defense by McCarthy, which made it look bad.
Basurto takes one to the chin there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Basurto gets tackled into the cage by McCarthy. McCarthy maintains the clinch.
McCarthy is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lucas Basurto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Basurto tries to circle away but McCarthy has him pinned against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by McCarthy.
Basurto changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McCarthy fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCarthy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#T1#
Basurto takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McCarthy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Basurto.
An attempted straight right counter from Basurto misses the target.
A jab from McCarthy misses.
McCarthy stalks Basurto and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Basurto's face. Basurto staggers backwards, shaken.
McCarthy throws a head kick but Basurto moves out of range.
Basurto tries to counter with a takedown but McCarthy is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Basurto shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. McCarthy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Basurto wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
McCarthy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Basurto drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McCarthy dives on top into guard.#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Basurto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCarthy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCarthy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Basurto can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McCarthy controls the pace.#SUB#
Basurto is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McCarthy content to stall in guard here.
McCarthy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Basurto working a defensive guard but McCarthy passes into half guard. #T3#
Basurto is trying to control but can't.
McCarthy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Basurto knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Basurto avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McCarthy.
McCarthy tries to pass to full mount but Basurto defends it.
McCarthy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McCarthy seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Basurto is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCarthy pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McCarthy prevents Basurto from improving his position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McCarthy is thwarting Basurto's attempts to control the position.
McCarthy is taking a breather. Basurto says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
McCarthy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Basurto tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Basurto works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Basurto had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCarthy defends it easily.
McCarthy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Basurto gets tackled into the cage by McCarthy. McCarthy maintains the clinch.
McCarthy controlling the action here for a moment. #TD#
Basurto has picked McCarthy up - he's going for a ride! Basurto dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB#
Basurto is working for a submission of some sort.
McCarthy has his hands clasped together around Basurto's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Basurto prevents McCarthy from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
McCarthy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Basurto is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Basurto is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCarthy sees it coming and defends easily.
Basurto is thwarting McCarthy's attempts to control the position.
McCarthy is controlling Basurto's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Basurto not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McCarthy regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
McCarthy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Basurto postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Basurto postures up. #SUB#
Basurto postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! McCarthy is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Basurto, into his guard. #REVB#
McCarthy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
McCarthy won't allow Basurto to sweep him here.
Basurto is trying to keep McCarthy in close.
McCarthy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McCarthy lands a couple of decent looking shots.
McCarthy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Basurto looking for a guillotine here but McCarthy defends easily.
McCarthy landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Basurto is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McCarthy stays in close to Basurto's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Basurto escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCarthy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McCarthy stopping the sweep attempt from Basurto.
McCarthy content to stall in guard here.
McCarthy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Basurto is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lucas Basurto overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCarthy is stalling in the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Lucas Basurto will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
McCarthy has taken the fight to the clinch.
McCarthy scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by McCarthy.
Basurto goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCarthy prevents it.
Nice body punch from McCarthy.
Basurto is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McCarthy pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Basurto is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lucas Basurto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCarthy taking a breather.
McCarthy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Basurtos head.
Basurto tries to pull guard but McCarthy holds him up against the cage and eventually Basurto drops back down to his feet. #T1#
Basurto is trying to drag McCarthy to the mat but McCarthy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Basurto drops down looking for an ankle pick but McCarthy pulls his leg out and moves away.
McCarthy takes a swing at Basurto's ribcage but misses.
Basurto blocks a head kick by McCarthy.
Basurto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Basurto defending well as McCarthy loads up on a big left hand.
McCarthy looks for the body kick but Basurto saw that one coming. #CL2#
McCarthy clinches.
McCarthy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCarthy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCarthy lands an uppercut.
Basurto has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCarthy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T2#
McCarthy is working Basurto over against the cage.
McCarthy is pressed up against the cage. Basurto has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McCarthy down to the mat. McCarthy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
McCarthy has Basurto up against the cage in a clinch.
McCarthy misses with a body punch.
Basurto has McCarthy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McCarthy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Basurto tries for a takedown. No joy.
McCarthy slows down the pace here.
McCarthy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A nice right hand lands inside from McCarthy.
A right handed body shot lands from McCarthy. #T3#
Basurto can't get the takedown. #TD2#
McCarthy gets a trip takedown into half guard.
McCarthy is controlling the pace.
Basurto tries to get to full guard but McCarthy has control of the leg.
McCarthy trying to control the pace.
Basurto misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
McCarthy moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Basurto.
McCarthy scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
Basurto is being controlled here.
McCarthy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Basurto manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
McCarthy is looking for a sweep. Basurto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCarthy trying to hold on to Basurto's head to control him but Basurto postures up. #SUB#
Basurto is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McCarthy defends it well. #SUB2#
McCarthy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Basurto is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCarthy sees it coming and defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan McCarthy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McCarthy has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan McCarthy!
After winning the bout, Ryan McCarthy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: StrikeForce Union #76
Date: Sep 03, 2017

#R1#
McCarthy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Barnes stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
McCarthy instigates a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for McCarthy.
Barnes has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
McCarthy lands a left hand.
McCarthy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
McCarthy digs a right hand underneath Barnes's ribcage. Barnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Barnes lands a shoulder strike.
Barnes tries to break the clinch but McCarthy is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short body shot lands from McCarthy as the two fighters clinch.
Barnes working hard to break the clinch.
Barnes is looking to break free of the clinch but McCarthy has double underhooks.
A left hand lands to the body for McCarthy. #T1#
McCarthy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from McCarthy on the inside.
Barnes wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McCarthy has him pressed against the cage.
Barnes has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Barnes wants to get back to striking at distance but McCarthy won't allow it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCarthy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Barnes taking a breather.
Barnes wants to break the clinch but can't.
Barnes throws a head punch that misses.
McCarthy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Barnes backwards.
A bit of stalling here from McCarthy.
A frustrated look appears on Barnes's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McCarthy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McCarthy displaying some good clinch control by pressing Barnes up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T2#
McCarthy has Barnes pressed against the cage, preventing Barnes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Barnes is trying to break the clinch but McCarthy is controlling him.
McCarthy is stalling here.
McCarthy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Barnes's efforts to push away.
The referee is keeping an eye on McCarthy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McCarthy avoiding damage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ryan McCarthy.
Barnes looks to throw the jab but McCarthy is out of range.
As Barnes backs off McCarthy throws a huge counter combo but Barnes manages to avoid it all.
McCarthy takes a jab right on the kisser.
McCarthy's corner calls for a 1-2. McCarthy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Uriah Barnes is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
McCarthy scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Barnes dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCarthy scores with a one two! Barnes had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Uriah Barnes has been cut.
McCarthy with a nice cross.#ROC2#
Barnes is rocked!
Whack! McCarthy lands a heavy head kick that drops Barnes. The ref tackles McCarthy to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Barnes was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: StrikeForce Union #74
Date: Aug 20, 2017

#R1#
McCarthy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCarthy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Basurto uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCarthy.
Basurto let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCarthy fails to land with a series of punches.
McCarthy misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Basurto counters with a nice double leg into side control. McCarthy won't be happy with that.
McCarthy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
McCarthy is defending against the submission attempts here by Basurto.
McCarthy is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Basurto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McCarthy doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Basurto. #T1##SUB2#
Basurto is trying to work for a kimura but McCarthy is defending well.
McCarthy gets full guard.
McCarthy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McCarthy trying to control the position here.
Basurto wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving.
McCarthy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McCarthy trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Basurto thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Basurto is looking to work some ground and pound but McCarthy has wrist control.
Basurto trying to control but McCarthy is working from the bottom.
Basurto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCarthy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Basurto throwing strikes but missing.
McCarthy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
McCarthy misses with a wild combination.
Basurto shoots in but McCarthy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Basurto was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.#CL#
McCarthy has closed the distance and engaged Basurto in a clinch.
McCarthy stops a takedown attempt from Basurto. #T4#
McCarthy taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A short left from McCarthy.
A short right from McCarthy.
Basurto tries for a takedown but McCarthy manages to get underhooks.
Ryan McCarthy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Basurto.
McCarthy presses Basurto against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Basurto wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McCarthy has him pressed against the cage.
McCarthy displaying some good clinch control by pressing Basurto up against the cage.
Basurto is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McCarthy is defending well.#BC#
McCarthy manages to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
Basurto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Basurto closes the distance and clinches up with McCarthy, looking for a takedown. Basurto pushes McCarthy against the cage but McCarthy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McCarthy throws a head kick but Basurto moves out of range.
Basurto looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
McCarthy shoots in and gets a takedown into Basurto's guard.
McCarthy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McCarthy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Basurto for as long as he can get away with.
McCarthy won't allow Basurto to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Basurto is keeping the position.
McCarthy looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Basurto looking for a guillotine here but McCarthy defends easily.
Basurto trying to keep a closed guard but McCarthy is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
McCarthy pushes down on Basurto's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McCarthy passes to full mount!
Basurto is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Basurto is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Basurto manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Basurto is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCarthy pulls his head out easily.
McCarthy seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
McCarthy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Basurto won't allow McCarthy to pass to mount. #T2#
Basurto landing strikes from the bottom.
Basurto trying to control but McCarthy postures up.
McCarthy passes to side control.
McCarthy staying calm.
Basurto can't do much from the bottom here.
Basurto is not content to let McCarthy control the position. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Basurto's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCarthy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Basurto is trying to control McCarthy's posture but McCarthy avoids it. #SUB#
McCarthy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Basurto gets back to half guard.
Basurto is looking for a sweep. McCarthy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Basurto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McCarthy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
McCarthy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Basurto knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McCarthy trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Basurto is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCarthy pulls his head out easily.
McCarthy controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that second round.
That's time! McCarthy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Basurto has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and McCarthy moves into the clinch.
Basurto is looking for a takedown.
A short body shot lands from McCarthy as the two fighters clinch.
Basurto has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McCarthy after a bit of a struggle.
Ryan McCarthy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Basurto.
A right hand to the body from McCarthy.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Basurto can do to turn this around?#BC#
McCarthy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCarthy tries to bum rush Basurto with a series of wild strikes but Basurto uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Basurto looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Basurto moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Basurto clinches with his opponent. #T1#
Basurto is looking for a takedown.
Basurto has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCarthy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Basurto has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McCarthy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Basurto tries for a takedown but McCarthy manages to get underhooks.
McCarthy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCarthy just leaning against Basurto, taking a breather.
Basurto is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCarthy to keep the fight standing.
Basurto has McCarthy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McCarthy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Basurto has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McCarthy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Basurto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McCarthy.#BC#
McCarthy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCarthy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Basurto.
McCarthy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Basurto misses with a takedown #CL#
and McCarthy counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McCarthy lands a shot to the body.
McCarthy lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Basurto ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Basurto no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
McCarthy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
McCarthy advances position into side control!
Basurto trying to remain calm as McCarthy controls from the top position.
Basurto is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Basurto's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McCarthy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
McCarthy is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Basurto will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Basurto can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Basurto is trying to get back to half guard.
Basurto manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
McCarthy lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Basurto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCarthy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Basurto is looking to improve his position.
McCarthy trying to control the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Basurto is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCarthy pulls his head out easily.
Ryan McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCarthy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan McCarthy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McCarthy has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: StrikeForce Union #72
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1##TD#
McCarthy scores with a takedown into Granger's guard.
Granger is controlling McCarthy's posture.
McCarthy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
McCarthy tries to free his leg and advance position but Granger is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
McCarthy has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Granger working a defensive guard here.
McCarthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McCarthy preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Granger will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like McCarthy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Granger has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Heath Granger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Granger chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Granger tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCarthy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCarthy throws a quick counter head kick but Granger was just out of range.
Heath Granger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
McCarthy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Granger sprawls well initially but McCarthy persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
McCarthy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Granger sees it coming and defends easily.
Granger is trying to get back to full guard.
McCarthy is pressing down on Granger's thigh, looking to free his foot. Granger is holding on for now.
McCarthy not doing much here.
Granger wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB#
McCarthy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Granger is just riding it out for now. McCarthy eventually gives up the hold.
McCarthy not doing much here.
Granger is trying to maintain the position but McCarthy is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Granger is not content to let McCarthy control the position.
McCarthy controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Granger tries to clinch up.
A counter left hand to the body from McCarthy misses its target.
We've been told by McCarthy's head coaches at Red Tri-Angle Gym. 15 Coaches/13 Elite that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McCarthy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Granger throws out the jab.
McCarthy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Granger thows a leg kick but McCarthy checks it #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Granger won't be happy with that.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Granger's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The strikes coming from McCarthy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
McCarthy swings for the body but Granger moves out of range.
Granger just misses with a punch to the body.
Granger throws a big shot that misses.
McCarthy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Granger looks to land a left hand but McCarthy moved out of range nicely.
McCarthy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Granger moves out of range.
McCarthy slips under a jab.
McCarthy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Granger swings widly with a right hand
and McCarthy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Granger wants to land a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range.
Ryan McCarthy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCarthy.
Nice uppercut there from McCarthy.#CUT#
It looks like Heath Granger has been cut.
Granger is looking to clinch but McCarthy is avoiding it.
McCarthy checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Granger keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McCarthy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Granger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McCarthy counters with a series of strikes. Granger will be more careful next time no doubt.
Granger fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McCarthy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Granger thows a left - swing and a miss!
Granger tries to clinch up.
Granger takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCarthy slips under a jab from Granger.
A combination from Granger does no damage.
McCarthy is looking for a counter combo.
Granger misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Granger can do to turn this around?#T2#
McCarthy throws a combination. Granger tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#ROC#
Granger is rocked!
Ryan McCarthy is winning the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCarthy slips a jab from Granger.
Granger is still on wobbly legs! Can McCarthy finish him?
McCarthy takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Granger seems to have recovered his senses.
Granger tries to clinch but McCarthy moves out of range.
A low kick from Granger is predictable there
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Granger connects with a crisp jab.
Granger tries to clinch up.
Granger throws a chopping leg kick but McCarthy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Granger misses with a jab, cross combination.
McCarthy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McCarthy misses the shot to the body. #T3#
A big right from Granger misses.
It looked like McCarthy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McCarthy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Granger.
Granger lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCarthy at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Granger. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
McCarthy feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Granger not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Granger keeps moving.
McCarthy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
McCarthy throws a big elbow that misses.
Granger keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
McCarthy tries to free his leg and advance position but Granger is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Granger tries to bum rush McCarthy with a series of wild strikes but McCarthy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Granger throws a right hand that misses
and McCarthy counters with a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ryan McCarthy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Heath Granger's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
McCarthy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Granger.
McCarthy lands a nice hook to Granger's body. Granger takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCarthy throws a push kick but Granger slaps the foot to one side.
Granger uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Granger is looking to clinch.
McCarthy is looking to counter with a body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as McCarthy blocks the leg kick.
McCarthy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Granger fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range.
McCarthy is looking to wear down Granger with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Granger fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range.
McCarthy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Granger sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy walks into a stiff left hand from Granger.
Granger looks to land a left hand but McCarthy moved out of range nicely.
McCarthy is looking for a counter combo.
McCarthy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Granger throws a low kick, looking for McCarthy's leg but McCarthy calmly moves out of range.
McCarthy appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Granger lands a really nice looking cross but McCarthy seems unphased.
Granger pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range and Granger settles back down.
McCarthy shoots in but no luck this time.
Granger tries to clinch
and McCarthy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Granger forces McCarthy back against the cage and clinches.
McCarthy dodges an elbow strike from Granger.
Granger is pushing McCarthy up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Granger misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCarthy.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Heath Granger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Granger lands a shot to the body.
Granger is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Granger tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCarthy drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Granger has a couple of punches blocked by McCarthy.
McCarthy is trying to drag Granger to the mat but Granger just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan McCarthy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Granger pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Granger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
McCarthy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Granger throws a body punch but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD#
McCarthy looking to score a takedown here. Granger is defending well but McCarthy drives through and ends up in Granger's guard.
Granger looking to control.
Granger pulls McCarthy in close to prevent any damage.
McCarthy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McCarthy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Granger is working from the bottom. #T4#
McCarthy controls the position.#SUB#
McCarthy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Granger has escaped the position, nice work there.
McCarthy happy to just control the position for now.
Ryan McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
Heath Granger comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McCarthy has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryan McCarthy!
A determined Ryan McCarthy didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: StrikeForce Union #69
Date: Jul 16, 2017

#R1#
McCarthy has his takedown stuffed
and Martins counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Martins! But no joy.
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Martins.
McCarthy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Martins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCarthy.
Martins scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCarthy in his tracks. #TD2#
McCarthy tries to sprawl but Martins drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Martins trying to control the action but McCarthy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McCarthy actively working from the bottom here.
McCarthy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Martins. #T1#
McCarthy is refusing to be controlled, as Martins sits in half guard.
Martins not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Martins lands strikes from half guard.
Martins not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McCarthy is trying to maintain the position but Martins is very close to passing his half guard.
Martins trying to control from half guard but McCarthy is working away.
McCarthy is trying to maintain the position but Martins is very close to passing his half guard.
McCarthy keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Martins sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McCarthy defending well though.
Martins is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Ground and pound from Martins.
McCarthy is trying to get back to full guard.
Martins wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCarthy keeps working.
Martins working McCarthy over with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Martins throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCarthy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Martins.
McCarthy controlling the position well.
Martins lands with a punch from half guard.
Martins winds up and cracks McCarthy with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC2#
McCarthy is rocked!
Martins wants to free his trapped foot but McCarthy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Oh McCarthy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCarthy moves into full guard. #T3#
Martins wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving.
Martins works over McCarthy with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
McCarthy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Martins doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Martins manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Martins makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Martins wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving.
Martins is working McCarthy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Martins wants to pass the guard but McCarthy is keeping the position.
Martins lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Martins is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Martins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Martins trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Martins gets to his feet and stands over McCarthy, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! McCarthy felt that one! Martins unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save McCarthy from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Otavio Martins!
A relieved looking Otavio Martins thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Ryan McCarthy was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: StrikeForce Union #66
Date: Jun 25, 2017

#R1#
Lilley pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range and Lilley settles back down.
McCarthy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McCarthy takes one to the side of the head.
Lilley stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lilley wants it to stay on the feet.
Derek Lilley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lilley throws a right hand that misses
and McCarthy counters with a nice uppercut.
Lilley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCarthy.
McCarthy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCarthy throws a counter combo.
Lilley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lilley throws a low kick, looking for McCarthy's leg but McCarthy calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Lilley lands with a right hand.
Lilley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lilley misses with a body shot.
McCarthy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lilley has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hazzard County Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Lilley throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lilley throws a chopping leg kick but McCarthy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McCarthy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lilley defends it well.
Derek Lilley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lilley lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lilley.
Lilley darts in trying to clinch
and McCarthy counters with a nice uppercut.
Lilley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lilley thuds his shin into the meat of McCarthy's side.
A jab from Lilley does it's job there.
Lilley fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCarthy checks it well.
No luck for McCarthy with that takedown attempt. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lilley.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lilley scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
Lilley gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McCarthy blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lilley.
Lilley is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Derek Lilley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan McCarthy.
Lilley working aggressively here.
Lilley misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCarthy blocks an uppercut.
Lilley can't find room to land a body shot as McCarthy controls the action.
Lilley throws a punch but it's blocked by McCarthy.
A nice left hand lands by Lilley.
Lilley lands a right hand. #T3#
Lilley throws a punch but it's blocked by McCarthy.
Lilley lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lilley throws a head punch that misses.
Lilley struggles to land a body shot inside as McCarthy controls his hands.
Lilley misses with the head strike.
Lilley prevents the takedown attempt.
Lilley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lilley tries to work over McCarthy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCarthy is trying to break free.
Lilley can't find room to land a body shot as McCarthy controls the action.
McCarthy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lilley prevents it.
Lilley misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Lilley.
McCarthy prevents a body shot from Lilley. #T4#
Lilley working McCarthy over with knees to the body.
Lilley lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McCarthy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lilley avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Lilley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCarthys head. #ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!
Lilley scores with a hook to the body.
McCarthy is still on wobbly legs! Can Lilley finish him?
McCarthy looks winded!
Lilley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lilley lands a hook that snaps the head of McCarthy backwards.
Lilley lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops McCarthy to his knees! Lilley keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Lilley!
Derek Lilley is the new lightweight champion!
Ryan McCarthy was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated give him a blood test he won't pass! Where's a cup bro i guarantee this douche bag eating butt fluffer sperm bank pisses hot on spot! Lmao that's right yeah run away '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 12, 2017

#R1#
McCarthy dodges the punch combination from Ginobili.
Jab by Ginobili.
McCarthy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ginobili connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ginobili throws a jab when McCarthy was well out of range.
Ginobili scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ginobili throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCarthy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ginobili thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ginobili throws a nice looking combination but McCarthy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ginobili swings widly with a right hand
and McCarthy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Manu Ginobili has been cut.
Ginobili throws a hook but McCarthy blocks it.
McCarthy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ginobili.
McCarthy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCarthy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ginobili misses with a double jab. #T1#
Ginobili throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCarthy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ginobili.
McCarthy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
Ginobili misses with a looping right.
Ginobili with a jab.
Ginobili misses with a combination
and McCarthy counters with a thumping low kick.
Ginobili throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCarthy.
Ginobili throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCarthy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ginobili throws an overhand right that lands on McCarthy's shoulder, as McCarthy tries to avoid the shot.
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Ginobili.#T2#
Some wild striking there from Ginobili.
Ginobili misses with a combination #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a single leg into guard. Ginobili didn't expect that.
Ginobili might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ginobili is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCarthy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ginobili is trying to control the position but McCarthy postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
McCarthy pushing down on Ginobili's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McCarthy sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ginobili falls off balance throwing a combination
and McCarthy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ginobili throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McCarthy content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manu Ginobili dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Ginobili getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCarthy defending well as Ginobili loads up on a big left hand.
Ginobili looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ginobili throws a hook but McCarthy avoids it easily.
McCarthy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ginobili with a nice cross.
McCarthy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCarthy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McCarthy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ginobili.
Ryan McCarthy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ginobili thuds his right hand into McCarthy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ginobili misses with a right hand
enabling McCarthy to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ginobili throws an off balance right hand
and McCarthy counters with a nice uppercut.
Manu Ginobili seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ginobili throws a jab but it's blocked by McCarthy.
Ginobili throws a left and a right that both miss
and McCarthy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ginobili thinking.
Ginobili looks to land a left hand but McCarthy moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Ginobili misses with a right hand
and McCarthy counters with a huge uppercut, hook combination that drops Ginobili! The ref has seen enough - he's dived in to stop the fight! Brutal strikes by McCarthy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
Manu Ginobili spoke after the fight, saying 'MOTHERFUCKER I'LL STEAL YOUR BASKETBALLS'.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 26
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
King misses with an uppercut.
McCarthy appears to be looking for a big counter.
McCarthy misses the jab.
King lands with a shot to the body.
McCarthy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've been hearing reports that McCarthy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
McCarthy ducks right into an uppercut from King. #CUT2#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
McCarthy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Despite the aggression on King's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King throws a right and a left that McCarthy avoids nicely.
A punch lands to the side of McCarthy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
King is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
McCarthy throws a combination that misses
and King counters with a straight right hand.
King throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like McCarthy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McCarthy throws a chopping leg kick but King manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
King appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCarthy slips a jab from King.
McCarthy tried to counter with a leg kick but King avoided it.
King throws a jab but it's blocked by McCarthy.
McCarthy feinted with a counter takedown.#CL#
McCarthy moves into the clinch.
King creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T2#
King softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
King tries to land knees in the clinch but McCarthy avoids the damage to the body.
King trying to stall but McCarthy improves his position.
King prevents a takedown attempt there.
King misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McCarthy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCarthy.
McCarthy goes for a takedown in the clinch but King prevents it.
King misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3##TD#
McCarthy has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but King regains guard immediately. #SUB#
McCarthy is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. King swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCarthy is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
King wants to get back to his feet but McCarthy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McCarthy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
King is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McCarthy is controlling him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as King works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts King, as that shot connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brooklyn King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
McCarthy misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from King on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD#
McCarthy dives in and scores a takedown into King's guard.
McCarthy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but King is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy passes easily into side control. Nice work.
King really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McCarthy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McCarthy taking a breather here. #T1#
McCarthy prevents King from escaping the position.#SUB#
McCarthy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, King has escaped the position, nice work there.
King is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if King can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
McCarthy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
King is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McCarthy asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McCarthy content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
King pushes McCarthy away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, McCarthy gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
McCarthy has an Americana. King didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! McCarthy is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if McCarthy hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: Just Bleed 23
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Smith thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCarthy goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
McCarthy throws a head kick that misses.
Smith seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt - McCarthy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McCarthy feints the counter takedown.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
McCarthy pulls Smith into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
McCarthy has his hands on Smith's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Smith landing some decent shots from guard.
McCarthy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smith stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCarthy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McCarthy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Smith.
Smith throws a big elbow that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McCarthy is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Smith throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Smith looking for a sweep. Not yet Smith, not yet. #T2##SUB#
Smith is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McCarthy is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Smith has his foot on McCarthy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McCarthy works his way back into a safe position though.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCarthy defends it easily.#SUB#
Smith throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Smith had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCarthy defends it easily.
McCarthy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving. #T3#
Smith wants to sweep but no luck.
McCarthy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Smith is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McCarthy is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Smith is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McCarthy defends well.
Smith is controlling McCarthy's posture.
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Smith is looking for a triangle here but McCarthy uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smith is not content to let McCarthy control the position.
Smith is looking to regain half guard here but McCarthy keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy tries to advance to mount but Smith denies him.
McCarthy is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smith regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy controlling the action here.#SUB#
Smith looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ryan McCarthy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McCarthy walks into a left hand.
Smith stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCarthy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smith throws out the jab.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
McCarthy raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Smith tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and McCarthy counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McCarthy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Smith has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCarthy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Smith looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! McCarthy has picked Smith up and slammed him! Smith can't keep hold of the triangle and McCarthy manages to pass to side control!#T1#
Smith seems a little lost for a moment, as McCarthy dominates the positioning.
Smith is looking to reverse the position.
McCarthy in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Smith gets back to half guard.
McCarthy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Smith is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCarthy pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
McCarthy moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Smith.
Smith manages to work his way to half guard, despite McCarthy's best efforts.#SUB#
Smith looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Smith is refusing to be controlled, as McCarthy sits in half guard.
McCarthy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smith looking for submissions off his back.
Smith might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Smith is staying active underneath McCarthy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
McCarthy not doing much here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McCarthy lands a nice short elbow.
McCarthy sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Smith wants to improve his position but McCarthy is controlling well.
McCarthy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smith does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smith is trying to control but can't.
McCarthy content to control rather than advance.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
McCarthy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McCarthy is trying to control. Smith wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smith swings widly with a right hand
letting McCarthy counter with a right hand. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Smith misses with an uppercut. McCarthy saw that one coming.
McCarthy throws a big counter head kick but Smith avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Smith closes the distance and clinches.
McCarthy managing to block the knees to the body from Smith.
McCarthy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by McCarthy.
McCarthy drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smith pulls his leg out and moves away.
A head kick misses from Smith.
It seemed like McCarthy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smith throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by McCarthy.#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
Smith swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCarthy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith throws out a loose jab but McCarthy uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCarthy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Smith throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McCarthy is looking for the big counter here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rodney Smith dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ryan McCarthy's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Smith swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCarthy.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCarthy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCarthy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - McCarthy circles away.
Smith scores with a three punch combo! #ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!
Smith works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCarthy is still on wobbly legs! Can Smith finish him?
Smith tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smith cracks McCarthy on the jaw with a powerful right hand and McCarthy falls backwards against the cage. Smith follows up with more strikes that drop McCarthy to his knees. Smith keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save McCarthy! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rodney Smith!
A determined Rodney Smith didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
Ryan McCarthy spoke after the fight, saying 'Fluke'.

Event: Just Bleed 18
Date: Dec 31, 2016

#R1#
McCarthy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGee.
McGee thuds his right hand into McCarthy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McCarthy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
McCarthy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCarthy shoots in but no luck this time.
McGee throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! McCarthy crumples to the floor and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Bonerz McGee!
During a confident post fight interview, Bonerz McGee thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Ryan McCarthy stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fluke'.

Event: Just Bleed Midweek 4
Date: Dec 07, 2016

#R1#
McCarthy lands a right hook to the body.
Kannemeyer blocks a head kick by McCarthy.
McCarthy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCarthy sets himself, and Kannemeyer steps forward looking for the clinch! McCarthy avoids it this time.
McCarthy throws a head kick that Kannemeyer semi-blocks.
McCarthy scores with a shot to the body.
Kannemeyer doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McCarthy makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McCarthy scores with a push kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kannemeyer.
McCarthy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kannemeyer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McCarthy throws a sloppy head kick and Kannemeyer moves out of range easily.
And Kannemeyer tries to counter it with a takedown but McCarthy pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy throws a quick counter head kick but Kannemeyer was just out of range.#CL#
McCarthy rushes Kannemeyer and presses him up against the cage.
McCarthy lands with a right to the head.
Kannemeyer tries for a takedown but McCarthy manages to get underhooks.
McCarthy's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kannemeyer looking for a takedown.
Ryan McCarthy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roy Kannemeyer.
Kannemeyer has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McCarthy after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
McCarthy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kannemeyer uses from the top position.
McCarthy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kannemeyer working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McCarthy's head.#SUB#
McCarthy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kannemeyer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kannemeyer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kannemeyer being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
McCarthy preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kannemeyer has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at World Combat Sports Academy. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
McCarthy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kannemeyer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McCarthy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kannemeyer trying to control but McCarthy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
McCarthy working for a triangle but Kannemeyer defends it easily.
Kannemeyer wants to control from the top but McCarthy keeps moving. #T3#
Kannemeyer throws a strike but McCarthy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kannemeyer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McCarthy stays in close to Kannemeyer's body and controls the position.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Kannemeyer is keeping the position.
McCarthy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kannemeyer is trying to keep McCarthy in close. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard.
Kannemeyer looking for a sweep. Not yet Kannemeyer, not yet.
Kannemeyer being controlled here, momentarily.
McCarthy advances to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kannemeyer trying to control but McCarthy postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kannemeyer misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
Kannemeyer is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and McCarthy has latched onto it... Big trouble! McCarthy pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Kannemeyer is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from McCarthy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ryan McCarthy!
A pretty intense looking Ryan McCarthy took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: Just Bleed 12
Date: Nov 19, 2016

#R1#
McCarthy lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Apache backs up against the cage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Apache looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Apache is trying hard to land a takedown here. McCarthy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Apache has been working on his balance at Kalashnikov MMA Gym ($500/Week - Elite Coaching, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by McCarthy.
McCarthy avoids the head kick by Apache.
McCarthy displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McCarthy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McCarthy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Apache misses with a combination #CL2#
and McCarthy counters by moving into the clinch.
McCarthy lands a left hand. #T1#
Apache is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McCarthy is keeping busy.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCarthy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
McCarthy manages to pull guard. #SU#
Apache stands and steps away. McCarthy gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #KD2#
McCarthy drops Apache with a left and a right! Oh, Apache is hurt - McCarthy dives into side control looking to finish!
McCarthy moves into full mount!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCarthy controlling from the full mount.
McCarthy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
McCarthy moves to the back position.
McCarthy keeps control of the position easily here as Apache tries to buck him off. #SUB2#
McCarthy working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Apache is doing well to defend. McCarthy seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Apache is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ryan McCarthy!
Our winner, Ryan McCarthy, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2016

#R1#
Good shot there by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCarthy.
Matsuoka takes a swing at McCarthy's ribcage but misses.
Matsuoka connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCarthy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Matsuoka moves away.
Matsuoka lands a head kick!
McCarthy avoids the head kick by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hiroki Matsuoka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matsuoka scores with a hook.
Matsuoka walks into a left hand.
Matsuoka lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Matsuoka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Matsuoka looks to throw the jab but McCarthy is out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka misses with an uppercut
and McCarthy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
Matsuoka misses with a hook.
McCarthy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Matsuoka misses the shot to the body.
McCarthy clobbers Matsuoka with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Matsuoka misses with a straight left.
McCarthy blocks a head kick by Matsuoka.
McCarthy tries a head kick but it misses.
McCarthy throws a sloppy head kick and Matsuoka moves out of range easily.
Matsuoka connects with a high kick.
Matsuoka tries a head kick but it misses.
McCarthy throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Matsuoka makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Matsuoka lands a two punch combo.
McCarthy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCarthy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Matsuoka tries to land a front kick but McCarthy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCarthy sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Matsuoka swings widly with a right hand
and McCarthy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Matsuoka lands a leg kick that knocks McCarthy off balance momentarily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Matsuoka.
McCarthy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Matsuoka throws a looping overhand right but McCarthy ducks down to avoid it.
Matsuoka throws a sloppy head kick and McCarthy moves out of range easily.
Matsuoka throws a quick inside leg kick.
Matsuoka throws a leg kick that is checked
and McCarthy counters with a three punch combo that has Matsuoka backing up. Matsuoka nods at McCarthy to acknowledge the strikes.
McCarthy throws a nice looking combination but Matsuoka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Matsuoka misses with a straight right.
Matsuoka feints and then cracks McCarthy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCarthy down. #T3#
Matsuoka thumps McCarthy with a low kick.
McCarthy walks into a straight right hand from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka throws out a powerful jab.
McCarthy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Matsuoka tries to bum rush McCarthy with a series of wild strikes but McCarthy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCarthy throws out a counter right but Matsuoka avoids it with no problem.
Matsuoka misses with a body kick.
McCarthy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Matsuoka circles away quickly and effectively.
Matsuoka uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Matsuoka ducks under a wild hook from McCarthy.
McCarthy needs to keep his hands up - Matsuoka had a free shot at his head there.
Matsuoka tests McCarthy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Matsuoka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCarthy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCarthy keeps the fight on the outside.#T4#
Matsuoka clobbers McCarthy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Matsuoka is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Matsuoka lunges at McCarthy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCarthy's hand. #ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!
Matsuoka slips a jab from McCarthy.
McCarthy is still on wobbly legs! Can Matsuoka finish him?
Matsuoka throws a lazy head kick
and McCarthy counters with a series of strikes. Matsuoka will be more careful next time no doubt.
Whack! Matsuoka lands a heavy head kick that drops McCarthy. The ref tackles Matsuoka to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because McCarthy was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Hiroki Matsuoka!
After the fight, Hiroki Matsuoka was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 21, 2016

#R1#
McCarthy slips a straight right by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL#
Matsuoka gets a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on McCarthy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Matsuoka stalling against the cage.
Matsuoka misses with some punches. #BC2#
McCarthy breaks from the clinch.
McCarthy moves away from the strike by Matsuoka.
McCarthy throws a jab when Matsuoka was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy clobbers Matsuoka with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Matsuoka throws a head kick that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Matsuoka there.
Matsuoka is looking to slow McCarthy down with leg kicks.
McCarthy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T1#
Jab, jab by Matsuoka - just one landing. #ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ryan McCarthy has been cut.
Matsuoka measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes McCarthy! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Hiroki Matsuoka!
Hiroki Matsuoka bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: DFC 20: Unleashed
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
McCarthy misses with a shot to the body
and Hardcastle counters with a left to the body.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCarthy lands with a good body shot.
Hardcastle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McCarthy's hands.
McCarthy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCarthy moves forwards but Hardcastle connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hardcastle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hardcastle misses with a combination
and McCarthy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Hardcastle shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCarthy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Hardcastle is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1#
Hardcastle is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hardcastle looking to pass the guard.
Hardcastle has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hardcastle preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardcastle working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hardcastle with a flurry of punches that miss.
McCarthy has his hands on Hardcastle's head, controlling the position.
Hardcastle knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McCarthy on the ground.
Hardcastle trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McCarthy pulls Hardcastle in close to prevent any damage.
Hardcastle tries to free his leg and advance position but McCarthy is retaining full guard.
McCarthy controlling the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Hardcastle trying to control but McCarthy is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Hardcastle shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McCarthy's guard.
McCarthy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hardcastle's guard. #REVB#
Hardcastle throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
McCarthy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
McCarthy stands and throws Hardcastle's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hardcastle is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hardcastle wants to control but McCarthy postures up.
The referee asks McCarthy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. McCarthy prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hardcastle is not content to let McCarthy control the position. #SUB2#
McCarthy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
McCarthy wants to control but Hardcastle is keeping him busy.
Hardcastle is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
McCarthy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hardcastle keeps working.
McCarthy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hardcastle haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardcastle is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but McCarthy is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A good leg kick by McCarthy.
McCarthy cracks a nice hook into Hardcastle's ribs.
Hardcastle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Left hook, right uppercut from Hardcastle.
Hardcastle fails with the takedown
and McCarthy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hardcastle has been working on his balance at Bruize Brothaz, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by McCarthy.
McCarthy misses with a hook.
McCarthy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hardcastle checks a low kick from McCarthy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardcastle was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
McCarthy misses with an uppercut. Hardcastle saw that one coming.
Hardcastle throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hardcastle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T1#
Hardcastle throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCarthy.
Hardcastle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
McCarthy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCarthy thuds a left hand into Hardcastle's body.
Hardcastle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McCarthy lands a two punch combo.
Hardcastle misses the jab.
Hardcastle takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McCarthy scores with a one two! Hardcastle had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCarthy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Left hook, right uppercut from McCarthy. #T2#
Hardcastle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Hardcastle misses its target.
McCarthy lands with a nice body punch.
Hardcastle takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Hardcastle.
McCarthy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hardcastle rather than just go for the knockout.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Hardcastle appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Hardcastle.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardcastle is just out of range.
McCarthy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McCarthy tries a head kick but it misses.
McCarthy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCarthy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sexton Hardcastle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Hardcastle thows a leg kick but McCarthy checks it
and McCarthy counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Hardcastle dives in and scores a takedown into McCarthy's guard.
McCarthy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hardcastle's guard. #REVB#
McCarthy trying to control but Hardcastle is working from the bottom.
Hardcastle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McCarthy advances position into side control!
McCarthy controlling the position. #SUB2#
McCarthy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McCarthy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4##SUB2#
McCarthy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hardcastle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McCarthy moves into full mount!
Hardcastle is looking to get to half guard.
McCarthy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
McCarthy scores with a jab.
Hardcastle takes one on the button.
Hardcastle shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCarthy sprawls well. McCarthy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hardcastle gets slowly back to his feet.
McCarthy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCarthy takes a swing at Hardcastle's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCarthy takes one on the button.
McCarthy moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardcastle. #T1#
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardcastle was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
A little feinted left hand from Hardcastle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hardcastle moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McCarthy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Donk. McCarthy catches Hardcastle right on the button with a cross.
McCarthy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McCarthy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardcastle is just out of range.
Hardcastle is looking for a counter combo.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardcastle was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
McCarthy dodges the punch combination from Hardcastle.
McCarthy swinging wildly here. #T2#
Hardcastle throws the left hand but McCarthy avoids the punch easily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCarthy.
Hardcastle takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardcastle shoots in for a takedown but McCarthy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hardcastle doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCarthy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Hardcastle counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ryan McCarthy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCarthy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hardcastle takes one to the chin there.
McCarthy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
McCarthy scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
McCarthy goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McCarthy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As McCarthy looks to move away, Hardcastle throws a big counter combo but McCarthy just gets out of the way.
McCarthy avoids the body shot from Hardcastle.
McCarthy connects with a body shot.
Hardcastle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCarthy lands a jab to the head.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardcastle is just out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. McCarthy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hardcastle takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCarthy throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
McCarthy stalks Hardcastle and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hardcastle's face. Hardcastle staggers backwards, shaken.
Decent striking displayed by McCarthy there.
Hardcastle misses with a lunging right hand
and McCarthy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sexton Hardcastle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardcastle misses with a body shot.
McCarthy punishes Hardcastle's body with a nice straight punch.
McCarthy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McCarthy lands a head shot.
Hardcastle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hardcastle misses with an uppercut
and McCarthy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hardcastle misses with a wild body shot.
Ryan McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCarthy connects with a nice looking jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ryan McCarthy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McCarthy has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Ryan McCarthy!
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight for Ryan McCarthy!
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight for Ryan McCarthy!

Ryan McCarthy wins by unanimous decision!
A victorious Ryan McCarthy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DFC 11: Reid vs. Date
Date: Jul 09, 2016

#R1#
Carter looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
McCarthy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Carter with a body shot.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCarthy misses the shot to the body.
Carter works McCarthy's body with a nice hook.
Carter on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McCarthy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Carter.
Carter swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCarthy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Carter with a body shot.
McCarthy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Carter is just out of range.
McCarthy misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Carter gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McCarthy is stalling here.
Carter is trying to drag McCarthy to the mat but McCarthy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
McCarthy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carter tries a body shot but McCarthy blocks it. #BC2#
McCarthy breaks from the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Carter has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A jab from Carter does it's job there.
Carter misses with a looping left.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by McCarthy.
McCarthy lands a jab to Carter's midsection.
McCarthy lands a nice hook to Carter's body. Carter takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCarthy misses with a wild body shot.
McCarthy swings for the body but Carter moves out of range.
Carter drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCarthy sprawls and moves away.
McCarthy thuds his shin into the meat of Carter's side.
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Carter.#TD#
Carter shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
McCarthy trying to control from the bottom.
Carter thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
McCarthy is looking to escape.
Carter working McCarthy over with strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carter slips a nice elbow through McCarthy's hands, connecting with McCarthy's forehead.
McCarthy keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McCarthy won't allow Carter to pass to mount.
McCarthy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
McCarthy trying to control but Carter postures up.
McCarthy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
McCarthy keeping full guard, as Carter tries to pass.
Carter stays in close to McCarthy's body and controls the position.
McCarthy preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McCarthy wants to hit a switch here but Carter passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for McCarthy there!
Carter postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. McCarthy looks a forlorn figure. #T3#
McCarthy can't escape the position.
McCarthy regains half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Carter landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Carter connects with a nice short shot to McCarthy's temple.
Carter lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McCarthy is staying active underneath Carter, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Carter throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
McCarthy holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Carter in particular looking to stall.
McCarthy wants to improve his position but Carter is controlling well. #T4#
McCarthy regains full guard. Nicely done.
Carter with a flurry of punches that miss.
Carter looking to sit in guard and control but McCarthy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Carter holds on and takes a little breather.
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Carter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carter wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
McCarthy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Carter is keeping the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Michael Carter will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McCarthy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #TD#
Carter closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Carter lands in his opponent's guard.
McCarthy keeping full guard, as Carter tries to pass.
Carter trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCarthy working a defensive guard here.
Carter throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carter trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Carter with a nice head shot there.
McCarthy is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
McCarthy is trying to control. Carter wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Carter holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
McCarthy is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Carter!
McCarthy controlling his opponent.
Carter is wriggling around trying to escape.
McCarthy pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
McCarthy controlling his opponent.
Carter is in all sorts of trouble here. #T2#
Carter sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Carter makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Carter.
McCarthy wants to get up but he can't break Carter's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2#
McCarthy decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
McCarthy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Carter instigates a clinch.
Carter tries a body shot but McCarthy blocks it.
McCarthy tries to break the clinch but Carter is controlling the position. #TD#
Carter has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McCarthy clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCarthy staying busy and making it hard for Carter to control.
McCarthy is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Carter is punishing McCarthy with strikes - can he finish him?!#T3#
McCarthy tries to escape the position.
McCarthy is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Carter is punishing McCarthy with strikes - can he finish him?!
Carter is looking to control McCarthy but McCarthy is wriggling around and keeping busy.
McCarthy takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Michael Carter overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCarthy wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
McCarthy wants to escape the position.
Carter throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
McCarthy covers up after that shot from Carter. #T4#
McCarthy is covering up but some of the strikes from Carter are getting through and doing damage. #ROC#
McCarthy is rocked!
Carter scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
McCarthy is still in real trouble! Can Carter finish him?
Carter throwing damaging strikes from the back! McCarthy could be in trouble here!
Carter controlling from the back.
McCarthy is really stuck here.
A helpless look comes across McCarthy 's face. He knows he's trapped as Carter lands a series of unanswered strikes. The ref steps in to stop the fight and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Carter!
Michael Carter bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: DFC 8: Wpierdol vs. Reid
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1#
No joy there for Jeaux, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jeaux throws a right and a left that both miss.
McCarthy digs a good hook to Jeaux's body.
Jeaux stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCarthy.
Jeaux lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCarthy circles away quickly and effectively.
McCarthy jabs Jeaux to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jeaux is breathing heavily.
McCarthy connects with a body shot.
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCarthy lands an overhand right.
McCarthy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jeaux at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCarthy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jeaux at a distance.
McCarthy scores with a jab to the body.
McCarthy has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jeaux is landing a low percentage of strikes.
McCarthy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCarthy lands a jab to Jeaux's midsection.
That kick from McCarthy tenderised Jeaux's leg. Jeaux is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCarthy throws a nice looking combination but Jeaux bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
McCarthy scores with a body shot.
McCarthy scores with a head kick. Jeaux tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
McCarthy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jeaux's calf.
McCarthy jabs Jeaux to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Danga de danga de dang - McCarthy scores with a four punch combination!#ROC2#
Jeaux is rocked!
McCarthy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oh Jeaux is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A solid leg kick lands there for McCarthy.
McCarthy ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Jeaux out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ryan McCarthy!
Ryan McCarthy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DFC 6: Adams vs. Senna
Date: May 14, 2016

#R1#
Grundy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Grundy lands a nice shot to the body.
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Grundy.
McCarthy avoids the body shot from Grundy.
Ryan McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCarthy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Good exchange - McCarthy coming out on top.
Grundy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCarthy.
McCarthy misses with the combination.
Nice jab there from McCarthy.
McCarthy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCarthy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grundy was well out of range. Poor timing from McCarthy.
Grundy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCarthy. Grundy does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
McCarthy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grundy throwing a counter right hand but McCarthy manages to avoid it.
Grundy misses with an uppercut
and McCarthy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCarthy cracks a nice hook into Grundy's ribs.
Grundy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A decent looking cross lands there for Grundy.
Grundy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCarthy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCarthy keeps the fight on the outside.
A countering left hand to the body from McCarthy misses.
McCarthy scores with a leg kick.
McCarthy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Grundy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCarthy.
Grundy tries to clinch up but McCarthy circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
McCarthy looks to land a combination but Grundy avoids it well.
A counter left hand to the body from Grundy misses its target.
Grundy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCarthy. McCarthy obviously looking to wear him down.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Grundy misses the shot to the body.
McCarthy throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Grundy counter with a right hand.
McCarthy throws a right and a left that Grundy avoids nicely.
McCarthy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Grundy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McCarthy thinking.
Grundy moves away from the strike by McCarthy.
It looked like Grundy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Grundy is just out of range.
Grundy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCarthy.
McCarthy scores with a head kick. Grundy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Grundy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCarthy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Grundy scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Grundy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Grundy rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
An inside leg kick from McCarthy misses.
Grundy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCarthy.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grundy manages to avoid it.
Grundy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Grundy blocks a jab.
Grundy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCarthy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Grundy misses.
Grundy ducks under a wild hook from McCarthy.
Grundy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCarthy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A low kick from McCarthy misses
letting Grundy counter with a right hand.
McCarthy takes a swing at Grundy's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grundy manages to avoid it.
Grundy lands the left hand.
McCarthy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
McCarthy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Grundy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Grundy lands a jab to the nose.
Good work by Grundy as he checks the leg kick.
McCarthy looks to throw the jab but Grundy is out of range.
As McCarthy tries to get set, Grundy tries to push him back and clinch up but McCarthy manages to avoid the attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Grundy thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Grundy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
McCarthy jabs Grundy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Grundy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Grundy tries to clinch up.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grundy.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan McCarthy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Grundy lands with a shot to the body.
Grundy looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.
A nice side step and McCarthy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Grundy seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Grundy misses with a hook. McCarthy ducked under it nicely.
McCarthy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Grundy.
Nice straight punches there by McCarthy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McCarthy.
McCarthy avoids the body shot from Grundy.
McCarthy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Grundy lands with a nice combination. McCarthy backs away looking to recover.
McCarthy scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Grundy misses with a body shot.
Grundy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCarthy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCarthy throws a lazy uppercut
and Grundy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCarthy lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Grundy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Grundy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCarthy takes one on the button.
McCarthy digs a good body shot into Grundy's ribs.
McCarthy works Grundy's body with a nice hook.
McCarthy throws a front kick aimed at Grundy's knee but Grundy avoids it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCarthy. Grundy does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Grundy is just out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for McCarthy.
McCarthy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grundy.
No joy there for McCarthy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McCarthy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Grundy swinging wildly here. #T2#
An inside leg kick lands from McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Grundy moves out of range.
Grundy lands with an uppercut that bounces McCarthy off the cage and back into range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCarthy slips under a jab.
McCarthy let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Grundy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Grundy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Grundy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Grundy tries to clinch but McCarthy is having none of it.
Grundy wants to clinch.#T3#
McCarthy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCarthy moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
McCarthy swings for the body but Grundy moves out of range.
McCarthy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grundy.
Grundy thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCarthy misses with a body punch
and Grundy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCarthy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grundy.
McCarthy takes a swing at Grundy's ribcage but misses.
McCarthy throws out a leg kick but Grundy moves out of range and McCarthy only half commits.
McCarthy fails to land with a series of punches. #T4#
McCarthy throws a shot from downtown. Grundy moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Grundy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCarthy misses with a wild body shot.
Grundy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick by McCarthy misses
and Grundy counters with a stiff right hand.
Grundy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Grundy lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and McCarthy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McCarthy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCarthy is looking to score with low kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Grundy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCarthy throws a series of punches but Grundy moves out of range.
Grundy swings widly with a right hand
and McCarthy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Grundy cracks McCarthy with a good jab.
A shot to the body from McCarthy misses #CL#
and Grundy moves into the clinch.
Grundy just leaning against McCarthy, taking a breather.
McCarthy tries to stall but Grundy uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
McCarthy breaks from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Solomon Grundy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
McCarthy ducks under a wild hook from Grundy.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
Grundy misses with a two punch combination.
McCarthy lands with a slapping head kick.
McCarthy misses with a low kick as Grundy jumps back.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
Grundy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Grundy lands a nice looking body shot.
Grundy throws a shot from downtown. McCarthy moves away and avoids it.
A slow jab from Grundy misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Grundy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
McCarthy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCarthy circles away from the clinch attempt.
McCarthy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Grundy with a body shot.
Grundy loads up on a big right hand but McCarthy slips the punch.#T1#
Grundy checks a leg kick.
Nice body punch from McCarthy.
McCarthy misses with a two punch combination.
Good standup being displayed there by Grundy as he connects with a hook.
Grundy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McCarthy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Grundy.
Grundy cracks McCarthy with a good jab.
Grundy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCarthy.
McCarthy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Grundys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Grundy lands with a nice combination. McCarthy backs away looking to recover.
McCarthy just misses with a punch to the body.
McCarthy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCarthy there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCarthy swings for the body but Grundy moves out of range.
McCarthy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCarthy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McCarthy avoids the body shot from Grundy.
Grundy checks a low kick from McCarthy.
McCarthy shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Grundy eats them both and turns towards McCarthy to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Grundy moves in looking to clinch but McCarthy pushes him off.
Grundy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCarthy scores with a one two! Grundy had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Grundy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grundy checks a leg kick.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. #T3#
Grundy ducks under a wild hook from McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Grundy moves out of range.
It looked like Grundy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCarthy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Grundy is looking for a counter combo.
McCarthy misses with a looping left.#CL#
McCarthy tries to keep at a distance but Grundy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Grundy tries to work over McCarthy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
McCarthy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A big right from Grundy misses. #CL#
Grundy darts in and clinches McCarthy up against the cage.
Grundy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCarthys head.
McCarthy tries to break the clinch but Grundy is controlling the position.
McCarthy taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T4#
A frustrated look appears on McCarthy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McCarthy is trying to break the clinch but Grundy is controlling him.
McCarthy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Grundy has McCarthy pressed against the cage, preventing McCarthy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
McCarthy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Grundy swings for the body but McCarthy moves out of range.
McCarthy throws an off balance right hand
and Grundy counters with a straight right hand.
Grundy loads up on a big right hand but McCarthy slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCarthy! But no joy.
McCarthy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Grundy avoids the head kick by McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grundy connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCarthy throws a right hand that Grundy ducks under and follows up with a left that Grundy also avoids with ease.
McCarthy throws a leg kick
and Grundy counters with a straight right hand.
Grundy looks to score with a jab to the body but McCarthy is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ryan McCarthy.
I think McCarthy has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:29
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

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